Extra spending money for Medicaid recipients in nursing homes, and drivers licenses for children brought to the United States illegally, were discussed in the Nebraska Legislature Tuesday. Sen. Patty Pansing Brooks of Lincoln is the sponsor of the... more››

The village of Pilger in northeast Nebraska continues to make progress in its recovery from last summer’s tornadoes, but there have been setbacks. Last month, residents received word the Pilger Middle School would not be rebuilt. Despite the news,... more››

Same-sex marriage advocates are praising Monday’s court ruling striking down Nebraska’s ban, but giving a week for an appeal. Meanwhile Attorney General Doug Peterson is pressing ahead with that appeal, with the support of Governor Pete Ricketts. ... more››

Many of the millions of veterans deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan have returned home to resume civilian lives and civilian careers. Congress wants to help jump-start the transition process. And for some, that means a second life on the farm.Sara... more››

Eloise Kruger ran a laundry service with her husband in Lincoln in the 1960s and 70s. But in her spare time, she collected over 20,000 miniature pieces. As part of our occasional series, When Things Speak, DiAnna Hemsath, the curator of the Eloise... more››

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Transgender Nebraska

Wednesday at 6:45 a.m., 8:45 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. CT on NET Radio.

In an NET News in-depth report "Transgender Nebraska," Ben Bohall sits down with two young, transgender Nebraskans to hear about their experiences "coming out" and some of the challenges they face in day-to-day life.